Thursday, January 6, 2022

2022 Update

Hello! It’s been awhile since I’ve done anything with my blog, and honestly, I wasn’t sure if I ever would again. I needed to focus on other things, and this blog was something I could let go of for awhile. I also took a step back from my Close To My Heart business, but I decided at the end of 2021 that I wasn’t quite ready to be done. I’ve been with the company for over 10 years, and I enjoy having this business as something I do for myself. The craziness of life ebbs and flows, and although our schedule hasn’t necessarily lightened, I feel like I have the time and desire to put a little more energy back into my hobby and business.

The pandemic has also affected how I run my business, especially with in-home workshops. It’s hard to not be able to get together and craft with people in person, and I miss my friends and customers that I met with regularly. Unfortunately, my in-home workshops won’t be starting back up yet, but I’d love to have people over again sometime later this year. I’m just taking it one day at a time.

But since it’s a new year and a new month, and I’m just getting back into things, I wanted to post a few updates about what’s happening with Close To My Heart! Today’s post won’t cover everything, so be sure to check back over the next few days to read all of my updates.

January is National Papercrafting Month, and Close To My Heart’s True Story album kit is the perfect way to celebrate!




The True Story album kit includes pre-printed base pages, die-cuts, stickers, acrylic shapes, Flip Flaps™ and Memory Protectors™, for creating a delightful mini album with surprises on every page! This album has room for an amazing number of photos and stories thanks to the innovative Flip Flaps, making this album a keepsake you will love paging through time and time again!

This kit is available in two discounted bundle options—one with just the album kit, and one that also includes a Black 6" × 8" Everyday Life™ Album for holding your completed pages!










Here are a few sample pages from the album. I love all the interactive elements!





This album is so pretty and fun, and I think everyone will love looking through it and flipping and pulling out all the pictures. And it would make a great gift too!

Be sure to check it all out at the link below. The True Story album kit is available through the end of February while supplies last.

Let me know if you have any questions or if you need help with anything.

Thanks!
Bethany Rielage




Saturday, August 15, 2020

Timber

Timber is Close To My Heart's featured paper packet for August. Since my family tends to camp and hike quite often, I always love a paper collection that lends itself to outside pictures. I especially love the woodgrain patterned paper. Keep reading to find out more about this beautiful paper collection!



The Timber collection includes patterned papers, stickers, solid cardstock, embellishments, and stamps. There’s also a scrapbooking workshop kit and a cardmaking workshop kit!













Close To My Heart has also designed both a scrapbooking and a cardmaking workshop with the Timber collection. The scrapbooking workshop makes three two-page 12x12 layouts, and the cardmaking workshop makes 16 cards (4 each of 4 designs).





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Those are a lot of great products! Let me know if you have any questions about anything, and I hope you have fun creating with the Timner collection.

Thanks,
Bethany Rielage

765-635-4884




Thursday, July 2, 2020

Summer Vibes

Summer Vibes is Close To My Heart's featured paper packet for July. These papers are so fun, and I love the bright color palette! Keep reading to learn about all the different products available in the Summer Vibes collection.



The Summer Vibes collection includes patterned papers, stickers, solid cardstock, embellishments, and stamps. There’s also a scrapbooking workshop kit and a cardmaking workshop kit! Here are a few of the products included in this collection.













Close To My Heart has also designed both a scrapbooking and a cardmaking workshop with the Summer Vibes collection. The scrapbooking workshop makes three two-page 12x12 layouts, and the cardmaking workshop makes 16 cards (4 each of 4 designs).








Those are a lot of great products! Let me know if you have any questions about anything, and I hope you have fun creating with the Summer Vibes collection.

Thanks,
Bethany Rielage

rielage517@gmail.com
765-635-4884

bethanyrielage.closetomyheart.com
www.facebook.com/stampingathome



Tuesday, February 4, 2020

Celebrate Today

Celebrate Today is the featured paper packet for February, and it’s absolutely gorgeous! I liked the paper when I saw it in the catalog, but when I saw it in person and started using it, I loved it even more! I’ll definitely be buying more than one paper packet!




Here are a few projects featured in the idea book that were created with the Celebrate Today collection.







To find out which products were used on these projects, follow the link below and click on the Recipes link under the January-February catalog.
http://bethanyrielage.closetomyheart.com/ctmh/products/online-idea-book.aspx


The Celebrate Today collection consists of several coordinating products — a paper packet, sticker sheet, cardstock, embellishments, and stamp sets. There’s also a scrapbooking workshop kit and a cardmaking workshop kit - both with exclusive embellishments! Here are a few of the products included in this collection.





















For those of you who like to scrapbook, I also have an additional Celebrate Today workshop option for you! I’m a member of a group run by another CTMH consultant, and because I’m a member in that group, I get to offer her exclusive scrapbooking workshops to my customers! I just received the cutting and assembly guides for Celebrate Today, and when you purchase the supplies needed for the workshop, I’ll send you the files for free! Just email me once you’ve placed your order, and I’ll get everything sent to you. Besides basic tools and adhesive, here’s what you need to complete this workshop.


That’s all for today! Let me know if you have any questions about anything, and I hope you'll try the Celebrate Today collection for yourself!

Thanks,
Bethany Rielage





Tuesday, November 5, 2019

Holly Jolly Collection

Holly Jolly is the featured paper packet for November, and it’s exactly what I want when I think of Christmas paper - bright and fun! As always, I love the colors that Close To My Heart has put together for this collection, and the coordinating accessories and stamps are great too. Who doesn’t need more enamel dots?!




Here are a few projects featured in the idea book that were created with the Holly Jolly collection.







To find out which products were used on these projects, follow the link below and click on the Recipes link under the November-December catalog.
http://bethanyrielage.closetomyheart.com/ctmh/products/online-idea-book.aspx

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The Holly Jolly collection consists of several coordinating products — a paper packet, sticker sheet, cardstock, embellishments, and stamp sets. There’s also a scrapbooking workshop kit and a cardmaking workshop kit - both with exclusive embellishments! Here are a few of the products included in this collection.

















Let me know if you have any questions about anything, and I hope you'll try the Holly Jolly collection for yourself!

Thanks,
Bethany Rielage




Saturday, September 21, 2019

October Card Workshops


Each month from September through December, I will be offering a card workshop featuring current paper collections and stamp sets from Close To My Heart. At each workshop you will make 3-4 different cards, learning new techniques and card designs.



In October, we will be making four cards -- two full-size cards and two 3x3-inch cards. I plan on using the smaller cards as place markers for Thanksgiving dinner!

I will have pictures of the other cards up soon.

All of the cards will be designed and cut for you, and I will walk you through how to make each card. I will provide all of your stamps, inks, and tools; all you will need to bring is adhesive.

The cost of the workshop is $10, which covers your materials, pre-cutting, the use of my supplies, and my instruction.

You can RSVP on the Facebook event pages, or you can email, call, or text me to sign up. Space is limited, so sign up soon! If you prefer to use a credit card, you can pay for the workshop online; otherwise, you can pay with cash or check the day of the workshop.

Like last month, you have the option to add on a few accessories to your workshop, and I’ll cover the shipping and tax! This month those are Silver Glitter Gems and Silver Shimmer Trim. This offer is only good until Tuesday, October 8, so be sure to let me know by then if you want them. You can simply contact me or add them to your workshop if you’re paying online.

Let me know if you have any questions, and I hope to see you next month!

Thanks,
Bethany Rielage

765-635-4884





Thursday, August 1, 2019

August Specials

Workshop Sale! BOGO 35% Off!
Buy one workshop kit, get one 35% off!


Close To My Heart's Workshops Your Way® and Deluxe workshop kits are on sale all month long! These kits offer a convenient way to get the items you need for both scrapbooking and cardmaking projects, and during August when you buy any of the kits shown on the promotional page, you can choose a second for 35% off (discounts applied in cart)! All of these kits are going away after August 31, so be sure to get these amazing project kits before they are gone for good!

As a special offer for hostesses this month, when your party reaches the third level of Hostess Rewards or higher, you can choose one of the Workshops Your Way® cardmaking kits to receive FREE!
Find out more at the link below!
https://bethanyrielage.closetomyheart.com/ctmh/promotions/campaigns/1908-bogo35.aspx

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Bring Back My Pack - Seaside
This special from last month is still available while supplies last!

Seaside is back in a new, slimmed-down paper packet. This paper packet features six paper sheets and a full 12×12-inch sticker sheet, giving you paper and stickers in the same pack! A few of the colors have been refreshed to create this updated pack, and there's also a coordinating cardstock pack and stamp set.


You can purchase these items separately or save 25% on a workshop kit that includes all of these items, which you can use to create multiple projects with free workshop instructions from Close To My Heart!


Find out more and download the free workshop instructions at the link below.
https://bethanyrielage.closetomyheart.com/ctmh/promotions/campaigns/1907-bbmp-seaside.aspx

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August Stamp of the Month - From Me to You
The August stamp of the month set is so great for cardmakers with a wide variety of sentiments. And I also love those little extra graphics included in this set, which are perfect for that finishing touch below a sentiment!





Each month you can purchase a new D-sized stamp set, available for one month only, for $5. When you place an order of $50 or more in Close To My Heart products, you qualify for this special Stamp of the Month pricing.

Click on the link to learn more or to purchase your own From Me to You stamp set!
https://bethanyrielage.closetomyheart.com/ctmh/promotions/sotm/2019/1908-from-me-to-you.aspx

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If you have any questions about anything, please don't hesitate to contact me. I'm here to help!

Thanks,
Bethany Rielage

rielage517@gmail.com
765-635-4884

bethanyrielage.closetomyheart.com
www.facebook.com/stampingathome