Simply Inspired Blog Hop~Close To My Heart {CTMH} Seasonal Expressions II

Welcome back friends! It's Blog Hop time!!!

How can it be spring already?

Take a look at all the fun new goodness!

If you just hopped over from the ever so talented Lisa Stenz's blog, then you are right on track! 

I have been admiring the cute new hostess reward set called Paper Bird C1613

So...Close To My Heart to the rescue.  My house is torn apart for the carpet cleaners, I am leaving for a 3 day crop tomorrow, far from home as their CTMH vendor and needless to say I am frazzled.  I just stared at this darling set with no time for my juju to kick in.  SOooo I remembered the cute new Workshop on the go card set and I used their basic look for my card only adding the paper bird and sentiment from the set! Whew...I like it.

Sorry this is short and sweet but...a girls gotta do what a girls gotta do...happy hopping!

Now hop on over to the amazing Lynn Como's blog for your next inspiration!  

 If you get lost along the way, you can always regroup at Dana's blog for the list of hoppers!

Artfully Sent Cricut Cartridge Available soon! A Close To My Heart Exclusive

(Update, due to manufacturing issues, this will be available mid-September!)

Sneak Peek of what's to come!  Get on my wait list for your new idea book today!

brenyule@gmail.com

I have so much to share I am over whelmed!!!

AND, we have new Consultant Kits!!!

Choose either the Scrapbooker or the Card Maker!

Only $99 to start your own business today!

23 years with Close To My Heart and counting!!!

My Creations Bracket Frame {CTMH} Cricut Artiste

Need a fun gift idea?

Check out our My Creations line!!!

Here is a fun project I made with our bracket frame!

You could add a word on the banner like SWEET or DREAM….

All these cuts can be made on your Cricut with our exclusive Cricut Cartridge!!!

I used ARTISTE on this one.  Add a little bling and you're done!

Love these realistic flowers!

You can do it too!

Simply Inspired May Blog Hop ~ {CTMH} "Free To Be Me" National Scrapbooking Special

Welcome back to our "Simply Inspired Blog Hop!"

If you just hopped over from the amazing Karen Pedersen's blog, then you are on the right track!

Today we are featuring the delicious "Free to be Me"

exclusive paper kit. This beautiful kit is only available in May as a National Scrapbooking Promotion! 

Find out {HERE} how you can get your own!

I love the embossed solids and the trendy vellum!  You must see it in person!

SO…about my creative process.

Today was "Git r done" day!

That's right, no time to mull it over…just grab and go!

I spread out my papers and loved the Aqua and Red combo.

Even though it has a "feather" theme throughout, I kept seeing a "Vintage Travel Trailer Vibe"

AND my favorite new set is our cute little camper crazy set!

I'm convinced it was made just for me!

(Since I am restoring my own 1956 Deville)

So out came the stamps…

I went into my happy crafty space and looked around at what I had that I wanted to alter.  Oh yes, our new card box! PERFECT…

The creative process began…and so here are a few of my TIPS to share…

Sometimes a pop of black is a must to help an item stand out.

I love using our zip strips and cutting them apart.

I used the words mounted on black for my box.

It's like a free embellishment on each piece of background & texture paper!

Don't forget to work on an old magazine when using our wonderful bonding memories glue.

Just flip the page for a clean surface!

Got a little glob of glue on your paper, use our rub & remove eraser! Works like a charm!

Coloring in an image? I like to outline in grey for a shadowed effect.

And don't forget the embellishments!

Dots, ribbon, washi tape…done.

Sweet and Simple.

Perfect to hold your A-2 standard cards and envelopes!

When coloring, I always stamp a few images in case I mess up…so I had an extra camper ready to go.

Then…I was starring at my scraps and decided to

"Craft my Stash" and

whipped up a quick easy card…I just started piecing and gluing…

These are pieces that many chuck in the trash.

Not me…hello, not bad from my scraps!

YOU can make one too!  It's so fun and easy!

Now that's thinking outside the feathered box!

Can't wait to see more?

Hop on over to Pamela O'Conner's blog for MORE incredible inspiration!

And if you get lost along the way you can always

start at the beginning and visit the talented Dana Kessler's blog!

Now wasn't this fun?

I have a cute layout I made of my travel trailer using Studio J!  Came back for visit and I will post it for you to see! Easy Peasy!!!

Close To My Heart {CTMH} Fathers Day Cards!

Swap cards ready for my meeting tomorrow!
Another card using Skylark!
Manly style!

Join the Paper Cupcakes and get in on the fun!!!

{Click here to see this months amazing recruiting deal!}

NEW Exclusive Embossing Folders by Close To My Heart (CTMH) Blog Hop

Hi there! It's me, bren yule, it's BLOG HOP time again!

Today is the Simply Inspired "Embossing is Boss" blog hop!

If you have come from Katy Taylors blog...then you are in the right place!

Just a fun PINSPIRED card using our new Ariana Paper Packet and our fun Damask embossing folder!

I LOVE the sweet vintage look of our new papers!

Of course the flower, leaves and wings are from our Exclusive Cricut Cartridges.

Or just click the Cricut link to the right of my side bar for more info! 

Each cartridge has over 700 images! Three to choose from!

But you all know about those right?

Now about these cool new embossing folders, we have 5 to choose from in a 5" x 7" format!

AND they have a slit at the top so you can emboss a longer piece of paper for your layouts and crafty projects!

AND there are still a few more days in February to get in on our special! 

Purchase 2 Cardstock packets and receive 1 embossing folder of your choice FREE!

Here is the cool "How-to" video from our own Jill at Close To My Heart headquarters!

If you got lost along your way during this hop, then you can start over at Dana's blog and get the full list of amazing Close To My Heart sisters artwork! 

Come back and visit me soon!

What does the FOX say? Wild Thing Stamp Set! Only thru Feb 2014!

Here's my cute card made with the February Stamp of the Month set!

Sparkle and Shine Photo Magnet!

I made this yesterday at my upline, Cindy's house.  She had a few crafts for us!

I love the NEW Sparkle and Shine Papers and Embellishments!

If you don't have the ARTISTE Cricut collection, then you NEED it!

CLICK HERE for ORDER YOURS TODAY!

Or go to bren.CTMH.com

or email me to see if there are any specials!

brenyule@gmail.com

Simply Inspired Handcrafted Holidays CTMH Blog Hop

Here we are, getting ready for the holly-daze!  I have a little something to share with you...
If you've come from Sheri Rottler's blog, then you are in the right place!  I LOVE all the talented friends in the hop! Lucky YOU to get to see it all!

I decided to make a canvas using our Sparkle and Shine Papers and Embellishments!
These darling boys just needed to be showcased!  The Quirk boys sent me their darling Holiday card and I turned it into a gift to present to them this year!  I think they will love it!

Want it all?  Just add it to your list! (Tape it on the fridge for your family! Hint-hint!)

*Sparkle and Shine Paper pack
*Sparkle and Shine Compliments
*Sparkle and Shine Assortment
*Sparkle Flourishes
*Dimensional Elements Snapshots

Fun and easy to do...don't forget the necessary tools! Like our non-stick micro-tip scissors, our liquid glass, 3-D foam tape and bonding memories glue!

It's easy to shop, even in your jammies at midnight!  Just go to bren.ctmh.com and click on the shop button!  Don't forget to check out the Bargain Alerts in the "While Supplies Last" section!


Now hop on over to Debbi Fournier's blog and enjoy the hop!

If you get lost along the way you can start over with Dana Kessler's blog for a list of everyone participating!

Join the Paper Cupcakes and get a FREEBIE! Only $49 to join us!

Picture your life with Close To My Heart!

Join us for only $49!

and get this bonus FREE!

Starting NOW- Close To My Heart begins an incredible opportunity, unique Constant Campaign, and product sneak-peek all rolled into one huge offer!!

When you join my CTMH team from November 1 to December 15, with either the Essentials or Master New Consultant Kit you may also receive a brand-new exciting product from the Spring/Summer 2014 Idea Book.

To be eligible for the free product, you must remit $300 in commissionable sales by March 31, 2014.

You can start earning this program FREE when you sign up {HERE}

So get this:

For only $49- you get more than $180 in products and supplies, 

plus commission on your sales!

You are not alone in this!

The Paper Cupcakes are an amazing group or creative ladies!

We have a team FB page full of support , tips and ideas just for my cupcakes...

There are many programs like "Straight to the Top" to help you to become successful!

And corporate has many training videos and ideas right on your own FREE website!

AND who doesn't love a discount? Support your creative side with top quality exclusive products!

It's a great time to join in and stock up for gifts for your friends and family!

Create cards, scrapbook pages, home decor, calendars, table displays, so many wonderful ideas to share!

Oh and you make $$$ when you hold home gatherings, workshops and when you build your OWN team!

I have been with the company for 22 years! Over the years I have taught, performed and presented at many conventions, been in company videos (including singing and playing my guitar),  been on company cruises, have created art for the catalog and have earned the prestigious
"Spirit of Close To My Heart" award!

It's more like a family to me!

JOIN US & get in on the fun...

Our next convention in the summer of 2014 is at Disneyland!

I could go on and on....

For more information or to chat about this incredible opportunity email me at brenyule@gmail.com

Can You Picture YOUR Life with Close To My Heart???  

I can't picture my life without it!

Inspiration Institute~My Happy Scrappy Place!

My Happy Scrappy Place!!!  I will be posting more photos later...but have been trying to get organized!!!

Love to be creative in a space I Love!
We sell organizational supplies too!!!