Picture Your Life with Close To My Heart

As promised, here is a picture of what you can earn for free when you join my Inky Islander Team. I am so excited to scrapbook this way! The older the kids get, the busier we've become. This program will help me get caught up and preserve not only the special occasions, but the day to day too.
You can sign up at www.triciap.ctmh.com under Opportunities. Your starter kit is only $49 and gives you $155 in retail supplies! Oooo! Ahhhh!

I'm so excited to share with you the incredible opportunity Close To My Heart has to offer new consultants who sign up from November 1 - December 15. They have bundled the value of the New Consultant kits with a unique Constant Campaign that includes a product sneak-peek all rolled into one huge offer!

 

What's the new product? It's the gorgeous *NEW*  Picture My Life™ scrapbooking program.

• There are 8 fresh and stunning design themes to choose from
• Each one features 122 double-sided, designed cards in a mix of 3" x 4" and 4" x 6", plus a 12"x12" cover page to bring your album together beautifully.
• You also get 10 Memory Protectors™ with new formats designed just for this program and lots of your photos.
•  It's a retail value of $24.95 but it’s FREE to qualifying new Consultants!

Join my Inky Islander's CTMH team and start earning your Picture My Life program FREE when you sign up.
Consider it: When you order the Essentials Kit ($49) and qualify for the offer, you'll receive more than $180 in products and supplies, plus commission on your sales. When you add that all with our Straight To The Top program for new Team members and a new Idea Book coming out soon, you have an incredible opportunity & a whole lotta awesome supplies right in front of you!!

Stay tuned to this blog for upcoming pictures & info of the Picture My Life™ scrapbooking program!

Worth the wait...

I know it's been awhile since I've posted anything on here, but I'm back with some wonderful news in the Scrapbooking industry. Close To My Heart held their annual convention last week in California. Disneyland to be exact. While I was unable to attend, I was glued to my computer getting live info from fellow consultants as the Facebooked and Twittered all the details.

So many BIG things to announce, so I'll just jump in.

Close To My Heart joined with Cricut to create an awesome cartridge with 700 shapes at your fingertips. When you purchase the cartridge, you'll also receive 3 exclusive stamp sets designed to perfectly coordinate with images found on the cartridge. Plus you'll get 3 sets of 9x12 Dimensional Elements (chipboard) that work with the cartridge images too. You'll find lots of different ways to mix & match, creating just the right look for your project.

The Circut Art Philosophy Collection 
1-Cartridge (700 images: font, shapes, and 3-D items)
3-My Acylix D-size Stamp Sets
3-9" x 12" Dimensional Elements (3 sheets of different shapes)
$99.00 (retail value of $124.69) 

How can YOU get your hands on this?

•  Pre-order it from me by July 31st, and you will get the Cricut Bundle and a gift from me as my THANK YOU! Find out more about my Pre-Order Special by emailing me @  tpank@kdsi.net


•  Host a $250.00 Gathering, and get it with your 1/2 price Hostess Reward. Starting August 1st, ANY ORDER of $150 or more can receive Hostess Rewards, even if it is 'just you' placing the order... To host your own Gathering, contact me at tpank@kdsi.net

• Sign up to be a Consultant and get it at a great discount! If you chose this option, and sign up to join my Inky Islanders Team,  I have a very special (Exclusively from me) Thank You gift that will coordinate with this wonderful Cricut Bundle! To sign up, go to: www.triciap.myctmh.com> Your Opportunities
 
More info on the new products to come. Stay tuned for details on my upcoming Open House to launch this fabulous new Idea Book.
~Tricia
 

Our Mission

We show you how to celebrate relationships through discovering your creativity, to preserve and share the moments that matter most.

 

Fantastic Fall/Winter Class Schedule!

Sign up now! Space is limited.

SEPTEMBER

Terrific Tuesday Workshop: Magnifique $29.95

Awesome kit full of everything you need to make two 2-page layouts and numerous cards. Kit includes an exclusive stamp set, detailed full-color instructions, full size accessory packet and 22 sheets of 12 x 12 paper. Plan to bring your basic supplies, including trimmer, plenty of adhesive, scissors, & photos. I’ll have inks etc. for you to use. Must register 2 weeks in advance to secure your spot.

9-21-10 7:30pm

Flower Power! $8

Have you ever wondered how to create those beautiful flowers you seen adorning cards, scrapbook pages, and home décor?

You’ll learn how to make 6 different types of amazing flowers & will go home with extra supplies.

9-20-10 7pm

Triple Play put-together (free with purchase)

You’ve got the kit, now put it together! Bring the supplies listed in the instruction brochure, photos too if you’ve got ‘em. Adhesive is a must!

Want this this set of 3 mini-albums? Go to www.triciap.myctmh.com or contact me at (308)384-7835. While supplies last.

9-30-10 7pm

OCTOBER

Flippin’ For Flip Flaps! $12

Flip flaps are h-o-t! Expand any layout several times using these clear pockets with an adhesive strip. Just slide photos or other artwork into the pocket and you’ll flip too! Plan to bring your basic supplies including trimmer, plenty of adhesive, scissors, and photos.

Class includes, several Flip Flaps in varying sizes from 4x6 to 8x12.

10-7-10 7pm

Terrific Tuesday Workshop: Hooligans $29.95

Awesome kit full of everything you need to make two 2-page layouts and numerous cards. Kit includes an exclusive stamp set, detailed full-color instructions, full size accessory packet and 22 sheets of 12 x 12 paper. Plan to bring your basic supplies, including trimmer, plenty of adhesive, scissors, & photos. I’ll have inks etc. for you to use. Must register 2 weeks in advance to secure your spot.

10-19-10 7:30pm

Lovin’ Level 1’s! $17

Kits that is! Level 1 scrapbook kits are a quick easy way to get scrapbook layouts done faster, simpler, easier. Make 4 birthday layouts (and some cards) using a Good Times level 1 kit & matching stickease. Add your own photos, and you’re done! Plan to bring your basic supplies, including trimmer, plenty of adhesive, scissors, and photos.

10-26-10 7pm


NOVEMBER

Mix & Mingle Around The Mistletoe $25

A mix of chipboard and clear pages gives this mini-album a unique look. Handy 4x4 size makes this the perfect album to lay on a branch of the Christmas tree, or pop in your purse. With 16 pages, this album will make a geat gift or personal memento. Plus it will be lovingly created by you with the beautiful new Mistletoe papers and loads of embellishments.

11-2-10 7pm

Terrific Tuesday Workshop: Olivia $29.95

Awesome kit full of everything you need to make two 2-page layouts and numerous cards. Kit includes an exclusive stamp set, detailed full-color instructions, full size accessory packet and 22 sheets of 12 x 12 paper. Plan to bring your basic supplies, including trimmer, plenty of adhesive, scissors, & photos. I’ll have inks etc. for you to use. Must register 2 weeks in advance to secure your spot.

11-16-10 7:30pm

DECEMBER

Dazzling Ornaments $8

Make 6 beautiful, sparkly ornaments loaded with bling during this class. Adorn your tree, or give as a gift the receiver will surely treasure!

12-14-10 7pm

Terrific Tuesday Workshop: Mistletoe $29.95

Awesome kit full of everything you need to make two 2-page layouts and numerous cards. Kit includes an exclusive stamp set, detailed full-color instructions, full size accessory packet and 22 sheets of 12 x 12 paper. Plan to bring your basic supplies, including trimmer, plenty of adhesive, scissors, & photos. I’ll have inks etc. for you to use. Must register 2 weeks in advance to secure your spot.

12-22-10 7:30pm

Make Your Own 2011 Desk Calendar $20

This beautiful calendar comes to gether using Close To My Heart’s Display Album. Album is made with chip board covers and holds twelve 6x6 pages, perfect for ringing in the New Year!

12-28-10 7pm

All classes are prepay only. Credit cards accepted. Classes start promptly, so plan accordingly.

R.S.V.P. to Tricia Pankonin (308) 384-7835 Workshop location: 608 Linden Ave, Grand Island

Saying Goodbye to Old Friends & Appreciating YOU!

CTMH announces Retired List!


CTMH is gearing up for an incredible 2011 lineup and that means we have to bid farewell to our old favorites to make room for toms of new products. Now is the time to look over your wish list and decide what you need/want to get before it's gone forever!  When the retired list is released each year, it's always a big event.  This year is no exception. Shop early, these goodies are only while supplies last!

https://orders.closetomyheart.com/CTMHConsultants/toknow/pdf/RetiredList2011.pdf







$2, $4, $6, for 8...It's YOU we appreciate!


Available only at www.triciap.myctmh.com starting August 4th 9am (mtn) through August 11th while supplies last, we are celebrating YOU!


Head over to my website and find awesome deals on select My Stickease for $2, select Level 1 kits for $4, and select Level 2 kits for $6!


The site may be slow due to a crush of shoppers, so please be patient, these prices are worth it!

Happy Shopping!

Holy Artwork Batman!

Here's just a small sample of all of the incredible artwork we've seen.

 It makes me want to get home and get some scrapping & card making done!  I've got the crafting fever!!!

Time Flies!

I arrived in D.C. late afternoon on Wednesday, checked into my hotel and rushed to attend the Looney's meeting. It was fun to meet Jillene Moen (my g-ma upline) for the first time.  She's so bubbly and full of enthusiasm for all of her team. I got to go on stage for recognition for my sales and for staying in the Looney League again this year (ordering at least $600/mo for 12 months). It was inspiring to see all the awards given out, and to see some familiar faces!

The Gaylord hotel is beautiful inside and out. It is located in National Harbor, right on the Potomac River.  The pier is lit up each night with lamps that glow in different colors, fading from red to blue, to orange, etc.
The hotel itself is so gigantic, that I'm sure I'm putting on a few miles each day going from our room to the convention center.  Whew!

Thursday morning I attended the morning session where we all got to hear Jeanette talk about the company and how strong it is, even in this economy.  The company is totally debt free. That brought a loud cheer from the crowd.
The company introduced many new products, including EIGHT new colors, and a new how-to-book called MAGIC!! 
After the general session we  went to lunch where we were given beautiful bags that had our new Idea Book inside!!!!  You're going to think it's AMAZING!!!  After lunch, I attended Extravaganza.  This is where you get to go to short classes to learn different scrapping and stamping techniques. After each class we were given a brand-new product from the upcoming Idea Book! I'll be coming home with all the new ink pads, a couple of stamp sets, clear cards, new bling and more!

Lots more to come, so I must sign off.  I'll write more later.

~Tricia

Card Swapping Madness!

I fly to Washington D.C. in 6 days for the Close To My Heart convention. One of the great things about convention is card swapping. Sister consultants from all over the country, make cards (among other things) to swap with others. At the last convention I attended in Florida, I brought 10 cards I had made to trade with others. It was so neat to bring home 10 cards made by talented ladies to show to my customers and friends. 
While in Orlando, I was surprised to find out that lots of these ladies bring 100 cards or more!  Yikes! This year I decided to make 50. There is some awesome talent out there and I can't wait to show off what I bring home.
I plan to update this blog regularly while I'm in D.C. So check back often to see what's new with CTMH.  I'll even post some sneak peeks of new products etc. for the upcoming Autumn/Winter Idea Book!

~Tricia

Hit The JACKPOT in June!

You're invited to check out the daily scrapbooking deals are happening on my MyCTMH website all month long! You'll find deep discounts on scrapbooking & stamping products at www.triciap.myctmh.com.

What a great time to load up on lots of HOT Close To My Heart products!

You may want to bookmark my web site so you can check daily for the new deal.  What a fun start to Summer!!

Happy Shopping!    ~Tricia

Watch & Learn In Your Jammies!

Do you have 12 minutes?
Check out the new Art & Soul episode! Imagination knows no limits, and creativity reaches as far as you can dream. Jump right into new techniques and gorgeous artwork, including a wall hanging that will take your breath away!
Featured technique: using a puddle pad. 
Click HERE to watch!

April's Terrific Tuesday Workshop

This month I'm featuring the beautiful spring colors of the Veranda collection from Close To My Heart.
Workshop includes:
Veranda Level 2 paper pack (22 sheets!)
Exclusive "Follow Your Heart" stamp set
Filigree Charms (full pkg.)
Full-color instruction guide
Workshop date: 4/20/10
Times: 9:30 am or 7:30 pm
Fee: $29.95
Register by 4/12/10
Please bring your scissors, trimmer & adhesive.
You'll complete a 2 page layout and go home with enough left-over supplies to complete another 2 pg. layout and several cards!

Cute Dry-Erase Board!

I am always looking for ways to make our lives around here run smoother.  Sometimes I think if I don't write it down, it won't happen.  Yes, I still have moments of "Mommy-Brain" from when I was pregnant.  Now that my youngest is 4, I asked my doctor when I would get my "regular" brain back...he just laughed.  Sigh. 
So that brings me to today's project.  Did you know you can create your own dry-erase board?  I made this using a picture frame, a packet of Close To My Heart papers called Twitterpated.  I'll be teaching this class in the near future, so watch this blog for a future post with dates etc.

Whooo Loves You ~ March Club Layout

This month's scrapbook club layout features the Whooo Loves You stamp set paired with the soft colors of the Topstitch paper kit.  This stamp set has been out for awhile now, but I finally got to use it for club!

The borders on the 2 chocolate mats were stamped using the new Togetherness stamp set that feature several cool stitching looks.

The cute owl was paper pieced by first stamping her in Chocolate, the stamping her again in Baby Pink.  Cut out the pink chest and attach to the Chocolate owl and voila you've got a simple paper pieced owl.  Attach to page with foam squares and it really stands out! 

Like Mother, like Daughter

With Valentine's Day quickly approaching, I took an idea out of the newest Idea Book from Close To My Heart and dove in to making Valentine's for Jordan's preschool class.  I enlisted her help and away we went to the workshop to get down to business.  It's so fun to see how easy it is for a 4 yr. old to stamp and create!  CTMH's clear stamps make it so simple to get the image on straight.  No more guess work like with the old wooden stamps!

These little cards have a Hershey's Nugget tucked inside.  They were real simple to make.  Cut a strip of cardstock 1.5" x 7".  Score a line 3" from edge on each side.  Fold on score lines and you're almost done!  Decorate how you like and attach the nugget with a glue dot to keep it from sliding out.  Voila!

New Year! New Terrific Tuesday Workshop!

When: Tuesday, January 19th
Sessions: 9:30am or 7:30pm
Where: My Stamp Pad: 608 Linden Ave. Grand Island
Who: Anyone (even if you're out-of-town)! These workshops are designed for beginner & expert alike. Long distance gals, order your kit and it will be mailed to you with full-instructions. 

Drop the kids off at school and attend the morning session!  Want to wait until evening so hubby can tuck them in bed (heh-heh)?  Great!  You've got options!
Ready?
Just choose your options, make your pmt. and bring your basic supplies to your session.  Easy!

Caboodle Basic Kit:
retail value$32.85 / You Pay: $29.95

• New Caboodle Level 2 paper pk. (22 sheets)
• My Acrylix This Way stamp set.
• Dimensional Elements (chipboard) Booksmart.
• Full-color workshop guide.

Caboodle Extras:
add these extra accessiories to make your page really pop!

• z1271 Tiny Tabs $3.95
• z1125 Designer Ribbon Rounds in Sweet Leaf $7.95

Orders must be placed by: 1/11/10.
Hope to see you there!

Christmas Card Crazy!

I love, love, love making my own cards, so when it comes to Christmas the excitement is doubled!  Yes, it's a crazy time of year, but it's relaxing to me to be in my workshop doing what I love.
The easiest way for me, is to create my card, then start an assembly line process so I can duplicate it over and over.  I cut all the papers needed, stamp them, ink & distress where needed, and start attaching the elements.  This works well for a busy mom.  I am constanly interrupted, but I can go back and start right back up where I had to leave it.
My Christmas gift to myself this year will be the Wishes Card Confidence Program Book.  I know it came out earlier in the year, but I am ready for it now, especially after seeing all of the beautiful cards created by other consultants, and Jeanette Lynton on her blog (jeanettelynton.com).  I can't wait to learn how to make the trendy circle cards.  It will be a great addition to my how-to library of wonderful Close To My Heart books!

Where to start?

   Today I'll be spending the majority of the day going through the new Spring Idea Book and creating my game plan for the next four months. 
   The new Idea Book will be available to order from starting January 1st!!!!!  With over 70 new products, I think you'll be pleased to get it in your hands.  Let me know if you'd like a copy & I'll drop one by or mail it.
   Now, back to my plan of attack for today. Here's what I'll be working on today for you!

• FREE Crop for Saturday Jan. 9th (time & details to follow)
• Upcoming Scrapbook Club layouts.
• Upcoming Terrific Tuesday Workshops. 
• Team Meeting ideas.

How exciting! Check back here and I'll keep you posted with dates & details.

2010 is going to be AWESOME!

Holiday Heyday Ends Soon!

Whew!  It's been busy, busy around here!  I had a couple of booths to promote my business during this wonderful season.  I made several Snowman Soup packets, picture frames, Santa's mailboxes, and a few altered clipboards and notebooks.  Busy, busy, but I love my job! 

Need a last-minute gift idea?  Close To My Heart has a clearance sale going on right now!  We're in the last few days, so if you're interested in getting some really great deals, you can visit my website at triciap.myctmh.com.  I snatched up 3 of the Magic Moments Kits for myself!  What better way to get caught up?!  These kits are like a year-in-review with 24 pre-printed layouts, and all the embellishments to go with it for only $10!!!!

Sale Ends Thursday December 17th!  Shop NOW!

Announcing December's Terrific Tuesday Workshop!

SIGN UP TODAY TO MAKE THIS LAYOUT!

Terrific Tuesday Workshop:
December 15th 9:30am or 8:00 pm (note evening time change, we've got a Christmas program to attend that night)
The Sweet Home scrapbooking workshop features the charming My Acrlix Enjoy The Journey stamp set available only through this workshop.
The crochect-like images paired with the Sweet Home Level 2 paper packet and coordinating accessories will wrap your memories in down-home warmth and beauty!

For December's Workshop you will receive a Basic Kit for $29.95
In your Basic Kit you will receive:

*A level 2-paper pack (12.95 retail value)
*An EXCLUSIVE B-size stamp set. You only can get this stamp in the Kit of the Month…not found in our catalog! ($13.95 retail value)
*Full Color Instruction Booklet and detailed instructions by me.
*A Full accessory package to add Pizzazz to your pages. Each month the accessory changes to match the artwork. (Dec. Mini-Medly White Daisy Collection)


PLUS you have the option to add on to your Kit to make it custom to your needs and artwork wishes.
Email me today at tpank@kdsi.net for the shopping list.


*You’ll have enough product leftover to create an additional 2 page layout and several greeting cards!


Locals- Register by emailing me at tpank@kdsi.net with your pmt. info.then simply come to my house on the 15th of December for the morning (9:30am) or evening session (8pm) and we will create together!!! How fun and simple is that?!?

*******Please Register by the 5th of December.******

Long Distance Customers- Sign up today by emailing me at tpank@kdsi.net .  Your complete kit will arrive on your doorstep around the 15th of the month.  Order several and have a get-together with your friends! (shipping & taxes apply)

Workshops Galore!!!!!

Introducing: Terrific Tuesday Workshops!
     Each month you can attend a workshop featuring Exclusive Close To My Heart products.  Are you a long-distance customer?  No worries!  Your monthly kit will arrive on your doorstep!
Workshop dates are listed below!

Each month you'll receive a Basic Kit for $29.95! (plus tax & s/h)
Your kit includes:
     ~One Level 2 Paper Pack (12.95 retail value)
    ~ An EXCLUSIVE B-size stamp set. (13.95 retail value). This stamp is not found in our catalog, it can only be found in these special monthly kits!
     ~Full-color instruction guide.
     ~A full size accessory package to add Dazzle to your pages.
     ~Plus, you have the option to add on to your Basic Kit to customize it to your needs and artwork.
     ~You'll also have enough product leftover to create an additional 2 page layout and several gretting cards!

Locals- Choose the workshops you'd like to attend, register & pay (check, cash or credit card), then simply come to my house on the Third Tuesday of every month for the morning (9:30am) or evening (7:30pm) session.  Pretty easy!
Please Register by the 5th of each month.

Long Distance- Choose the kits you'd like to receive and each month you will be emailed an invoice for the Basic Kit ($29.95 plus tax & s/h) and any additional items you choose.  Around the 15th of each month, your custom kit will arrive on your doorstep!

How does this work?
It's simple!  Each month you will receive a Shopping List from me via email.  Simply check the items you would like to add to your Basic Kit and your custom kit will be designed for you!
Here's October's Shopping List:
*You'll Be Twitterpated Basic Kit $29.95 ___
includes: My Reflections Twitterpated Level 2 paper packet
             Hello There stamp set
             Designer Ribbon Rounds Chocolate Collection
             Full-color Workshop Guide
*Twitterpated Best Option:
Order the Basic Kit, then add these accessories if you choose.
             Z1230 Dimensional Elements in Color- Organic $3.50 ___
             Z280 Natural Hemp $2.25 ___
             Z1218 Brads Basic Assortment $4.95 ___
*Other items you need to complete all of the projects on your own:
-X1410 Colonial White 50 pack of cards and envelopes $14.95 _____

-E1011 Headline Alphabet $34.95 _______
-Z2111 Chocolate Ink pad $5.25 _______
-Z2164 Sorbet Ink pad $5.25 _______
-Z2153 Sweet Leaf Ink pad $5.25 _______
-Z679 Liquid Glass $6.95 _______
-Z697 Sponge $1.25 _______
-Z1114 Piercing Tool Kit $5.95 _____
-Y1001 Block 1x1 ½ $4.50 ____
-Y1002 Block 1 x 3 ½ $5.95 ____
-Y1003 Block 2x2 $6.50 _____
-Y1010 Block 2 x 6 ½ $9.95 _____

You’ll Be Twitterpated….October 20th

With Grace & Elegance….November 17th

Home Sweet Home….December 15th

Morning or evening sessions available! 9:30am or 7:30pm

email me at tpank@kdsi.net for more info or to register.

October 20th

Nov. 17th

Dec. 15th