Sunday, February 28, 2010

CTMH's March Scrapbooking Workshop - You Rock

Sunday, March 28 from 1 to 5 p.m.
Kirwan House - Madison, WI - (608) 320-9801

** MUST RSVP by Monday, March 15 **

4 Layouts - $20.00 (plus shipping & tax)

What you will receive for $20.00:
* A full pack of Level 2 You Rock Paper
* Pre-cut up layout pieces for workshop
* A full pack of Mini-Medley Accents in Outdoor Denim
* Use of My You Rock Workshop Guide
* Use of My Stamp Set - Just Be You
* Use of My Ink Pads - Goldrush, Outdoor Denim and Sunflower
* Use of My How-To Book: Cherish
* Use of My Tools - Edge Distresser, Piercing Tool Kit and Acrylic Blocks

If you want to purchase the additional embellishments used in the above layouts here's what you will need:
* Top Coats Rockin' - $4.95
* Bitty Sparkles - $2.95
* White Hemp - $2.25

Want to own the EXCLUSIVE B-Sized Stamp Set: Just Be You that is used in these layouts and pictured below? Contact me to find out how!!


AWESOME DEAL:
Do you like to make cards as well? You can make these 4 layouts plus 12 additional cards for only a little bit extra and still have plenty of paper and embellishments left over to make more great cards or layouts when you get home. Contact me to find out how!!

LIVE OUT OF TOWN OR NOT ABLE TO ATTEND:
No Problem!! You can still join in on the fun and do this great workshop!! I can put the scrapbook kits together and send them to you!! Contact me for more details.

CTMH's March Cardmaking Workshop - You Rock


Sunday, March 28 from 1 to 5 p.m.
Kirwan House - Madison, WI - (608) 320-9801

** MUST RSVP by Monday, March 15 **

12 Cards (2 each of 6 designs) - $20.00 (plus shipping & tax)
What you will receive for $20.00:
* A full pack of Level 2 You Rock Paper
* Pre-cut up card bases and card pieces for workshop
* A full pack of Mini-Medley Accents in Outdoor Denim
* Use of My You Rock Workshop Guide
* Use of My Stamp Set - Just Be You
* Use of My Ink Pads - Goldrush, Outdoor Denim and Sunflower
* Use of My How-To Book: Originals
* Use of My Tools - Edge Distresser, Piercing Tool Kit and Acrylic Blocks

If you want to purchase the additional embellishments used in the above cards here's what you will need:
* Top Coats Rockin' - $4.95
* Bitty Sparkles - $2.95
* White Hemp - $2.25

Want to own the EXCLUSIVE B-Sized Stamp Set: Just Be You that is used in these cards and pictured below?Contact me to find out how!!


AWESOME DEAL:
Do you like to scrapbook as well? You can make these 12 cards plus 4 additional layouts for only a little bit extra and still have plenty of paper and embellishments left over to make more great cards or layouts when you get home. Contact me to find out how!!

LIVE OUT OF TOWN OR NOT ABLE TO ATTEND:
No Problem!! You can still join in on the fun and do this great workshop!! I can put the card kits together and send them to you!! Contact me for more details.

Saturday, February 27, 2010

Only 1 Day Left of Hearts for Haiti!!


Sunday, February 28 is the last day to help out the folks of Haiti through Close To My Heart's February Campaign - Hearts for Haiti!!

There are only two of the five texutred cardstock combos available. If you are interested in purchasing one of these 24 piece paper packs and receiving one FREE please contact me or you can place your order on my website where it will be shipped directly to your home.

To order now please click HERE.

Tuesday, February 23, 2010

Close To My Heart Facebook Contest!!

If you are a Facebook user you can win some FREE Close To My Heart Products. Go to:
http://www.facebook.com/CloseToMyHeart

Can you handle two contests at once? Let’s give it a shot!

Click on "Notes" to enter the Convention contest if you are a Close To My Heart Consultant registered for Convention 2010.

This second contest is for everyone so invite your friends. Tell us your favorite My Acrylix stamp set (find stamps HERE). We’ll randomly choose two winners from the comments Thurs. at 4pm... (MT). Winners will receive $50US of My Acrylix stamps of their choice. Comment and you're entered!

Friday CTMH Convention Favorites - Oval Magnets

Relive the excitement of Convention 2010 with these fun, full-color magnets bearing the Convention emblem. Set of 3.

Want to win these Close To My Heart Convention 2010 magnets? Leave a comment below that tells us about your two favorite product launches at Convention (can be different Conventions). At the end of next week, we’ll randomly pick 3 lucky winners! For rules and eligibility please click the "Notes" tab above. Can't wait to see your responses!

My Response:
I have never been to Convention...but that is all about to change!! Washington D.C....here I come!! I can't wait to see what new things you all have come up with for Convention 2010. It is going to be very memorable I'm sure!! See you in a few months!!

Rules:
To enter the contest you must be a Close To My Heart Consultant.
If you aren’t yet a Consultant, visit my website to sign up!
http://www.blogger.com/www.keeleyskreations.myctmh.com.

Thursday, February 18, 2010

CTMH Hearts For Haiti Update...


The Hearts for Haiti Textured Cardstock campaign was a "while supplies last" campaign. We hate to inform you that the Winter Cozy and Classic Basic Textured Paper Packs are no longer available. We apologize!!

WHY WAS TEXTURED CARDSTOCK CHOSEN FOR THIS CAMPAIGN?
We cannot predict when a disaster will happen, like the Haitian earthquake. But we feel a strong need to use our resources for good and to respond QUICKLY. This definitely means working with product we have ON HAND, rather than taking the time to design or produce something unique.

We chose textured cardstock because it fit the bill on many levels: we have it in inventory, we have several colors/styles for customers to choose from, and we began the month with SEVERAL YEARS of stock on hand—it was chosen because we believed its supply would hold during the campaign.

The GREAT News: We have been overwhelmed by the response, which has literally consumed several years of inventory in a few short weeks. We have done a number of campaigns using textured cardstock, so we know the demand well—none of those have performed the way this one has, presumably because people are motivated by an opportunity to help a country in terrible need.

WHAT’S THE REAL PURPOSE AND BENEFIT OF THIS CAMPAIGN?
The campaign was put together very quickly to offer timely aid. The purpose is all about helping Haiti—we could have simply collected donations. But we went a step further and structured a campaign where everyone wins: the customer gets an amazing deal with buy-one-get-one-free and Operation Smile gets a generous donation.

This is still a great deal and for an even better cause!! CTMH's supplies for Spring Harmony, Summer Celebration, and Autumn Harvest selections remain strong. We applaud your incredible generosity; because of you we will be able to send tens of thousands of dollars to the Haiti medical relief effort. For that, you have our great gratitude.


**If you would like to help Haiti through your hobby of crafting please contact me, and we can get an order placed. Otherwise you can visit my website: keeleyskreations.myctmh.com and purchase from there!!**

Thank You For All Of Your Contributions...It Is Greatly Appreciated!!

Tuesday, February 16, 2010

LOVE Chipboard Word Album Workshop


WHEN:
Saturday, February 27 @ 10:00am
OR
Sunday, February 28 @ 1:00pm

WHERE:
My House - Madison, WI

COST: $20.00

** RSVP by Sunday, February 21 **

kirwankm@hotmail.com -- (608) 320-9801


CAN'T MAKE IT:
If you aren't able to attend
but would like to make this cute album let me know,
and I will create a kit for you.
Postage will be added.

If there is a different morning, afternoon or evening that would
work better for you let me know as well, and I will try to accomodate.






Cruisin' In 18 Days!!


I'm SOOOOO Excited!! Sean and I will be heading to Chicago in 18 days to fly out to San Juan to board the Caribbean Princess (above). We are 2 of 25 friends going. Here's our itinerary:

San Juan, Puerto Rico -- Depart 11:00PM
St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands -- Arrive 8:00AM -- Depart 6:00PM
Tortola, British Virgin Islands -- Arrive 8:00AM -- Depart 6:00PM
Antigua, Antigua and Barbuda -- Arrive 8:00AM -- Depart 5:00PM
St. Lucia -- Arrive 8:00AM -- Depart 6:00PM
Barbados -- Arrive 8:00AM -- Depart 6:00PM
Day At Sea
San Juan, Puerto Rico -- Arrive 6:00AM

Here's a little about our ship: Caribbean Princess
Caribbean Princess is the Grand Daddy of our Princess fleet, with the largest carrying capacity. This ship's 900 balcony staterooms and an entire deck of Mini-Suites offer impressive private vistas. Hallmark features include Movies Under the Stars®, the premier Lotus Spa and numerous formal and casual eating options, including the open-kitchen-style Café Caribe.

Ship Facts
An entire deck of mini-suites
Nearly 900 balcony staterooms
Accomodates 3,100 passengers
113,000 gross tons
952 feet in length
Bermudan registered

Personal Choice Dining: Island Dining Room, Coral Dining Room, Palm Dining Room, Sabatini's (Italian restaurant), Sterling Steakhouse, Ultimate Balcony DiningSM, 24-hour dining in the Horizon Court, Wine and caviar bar, Lobby bar & patisserie, Scoops ice cream bar, Prego Pizzeria, Trident Grill (burgers & hot dogs), Afternoon Tea
24-hour complimentary room service, Café Caribe

Entertainment:
Princess Theater, Movies Under the Stars® outdoor theater, Grand Casino, Explorers Lounge (nightclub-style performances), Skywalkers Nightclub (15 decks above the sea), Club Fusion, Wheelhouse Bar, Churchill Lounge, Crooners Bar, Jokers Card Room

Activities:
Calypso Reef and Pool (plus 2 hot tubs), Neptune's Reef and Pool (plus 2 hot tubs), Terrace Pool, Lotus Spa® Pool (plus 2 hot tubs), Pirate's View hot tub and splash pool, Lotus Spa®, gym and fitness area, Swim-against-the-current lap pool, Nine-hole putting course (Princess Links), Virtual golf simulators, Jogging track, Center Court, World-class art collection, gallery and auctions, ScholarShip@Sea®, 24-hour Internet Café (wireless access available), Library and writing room, Hearts & Minds Wedding Chapel, Boutiques (duty-free), Future Cruise Sales

Sunday, February 14, 2010

Happy Valentine's Day!!



Valentine Smile

On Valentine's Day we think of those
Who make our lives worthwhile,
Those gracious, friendly people who
We think of with a smile.

I am fortunate to know you,
That's why I want to say,
To a rare and special person:
Happy Valentine's Day!

By Joanna Fuchs

Saturday, February 13, 2010

New CTMH Art & Soul Episode - Oh, Baby!

A new episode of Art & Soul® is now available!

This episode features an embossing technique you can’t resist,
an overview of our super chic Topstitch papers,
and some fun ideas for using our Irresistibles™ alphabet stickers.
Plus, Jeanette Lynton shows us a delightful way to use the My Creations™ Cube!

Click HERE to watch the new Art & Soul Episode - Oh, Baby!


Recipe for Card:
9033 Wishes™
C1398 My Acrylix® Love You Forever
X7120B Topstitch Level 2 Paper Packet
Z2111 Chocolate Exclusive Inks® Pad
Z1142 Brown StazOn® Ink
Z891 VersaMark®
Z1276 Mini-Medley Accents Colonial White Collection
Z821 Clear Detail Embossing Powder
1274 Colonial White Designer Brads
Z555 Craft Heater
Z697 Sponge
Z1151 3-D Foam Tape

** To place an order click HERE **

Friday CTMH Convention Favorites - Pen Set

Write your heart out with this extravagant set of three fine-point black gel ink pens, custom-designed to match the Convention 2010 logo.

Win your very own Convention 2010 Pen Set by commenting below. Tell us what your favorite travel resources or websites are (especially those that will help others arrange their travel for Convention).

My Response:
I used Orbitz to register for Convention. This is my first Convention since I just joined in January 2009. I am super excited!!

Rules:
To enter the contest you must be a Close To My Heart Consultant.
If you aren’t yet a Consultant, visit my website to sign up! www.keeleyskreations.myctmh.com.

Friday CTMH Convention Favorites!


Introducing “Friday Favorites!” Some of corporate's favorite things about Convention are the incredible Close To My Heart Logo items they offer to all the amazing Consultants. Every Friday through the end of April, they’ll share with us a favorite logo item for that week. And to make Fridays even more fabulous, three lucky winners will be randomly chosen each week to receive our very own logo items! This is just a sample of some of the exciting perks of Convention. I can't wait till we see the Convention bundles!

It’s easy to enter the contest. We just have to comment on the “Friday Favorites” note on Facebook and we will be entered to win the logo item for that week!

Rules:
To enter the contest you must be a Close To My Heart Consultant. If you aren’t yet a Consultant, visit my website to sign up! http://www.blogger.com/www.keeleyskreations.myctmh.com.

Only Consultants who are registered for Convention 2010 will be eligible to win logo items. Consultants staying at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center will receive two contest entries per comment. Each week’s contest will begin when a new logo item is posted each Friday at 9:00 am (MT); that week’s contest will close the following Thursday at 5:00 pm (MT). Winners will be announced via Facebook the Monday following the close of the contest for the previous week. Eligible Consultants may enter the contest once each time a new item is announced. Logo items will be mailed to the winners in June.

Close To My Heart's Sticky Boy!!

Here is a Close To My Heart corporate video that shows how durable and STICKY My Acrylix stamps are. It’s pretty funny so have a look. Enjoy!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GrfRjEOncBw

Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Topstitch Level 3 CTMH Artwork

TOPSY-TURVY TOPSTITCH!!


Check out this gorgeous layout and two cards which are located on page 12 of the Close To My Heart 2010 Spring Idea Book. Below are Tips & Techniques for you as well as Recipes for you to recreate these wonderful works of art!!

Tips & Techniques:
Faux Base and Shade Stamping:
* Apply stamp to block with image side facedown.
* Stamp base image using the second generation stamping technique. Clean stamp, then reposition on block with detailed image face-up.
* Stamp shade image directly on top of the base image.

Recipe for the 12" x 12" Sunkissed Page:
Reflections: Main Frame - Charmed:
C1385 Charmed Stamp Set
E1014 Posterboard Alphabet Stamp Set
X7120B Topstitch Level 2 Paper Packet
Z2106 Blush Exclusive Inks Pad
Z2111 Chocolate Exclusive Inks Pad
Z2153 Sweet Leaf Exclusive Inks Pad
Z1217 Brads Metal Assortment
Z1270 Soft Suede Pinwheels Die-Cuts
Z1096 Embroidery Floss Neutral Assortment
Z1151 3D Foam Tape

7" x 5" Woven Together Card:
Wishes How-To Book: Circle Collection:
D1402 Togetherness Stamp Set
X7102B Topstitch Level 2 Paper Packet
Z2111 Chocolate Exclusive Inks Pad
Z2126 Heavenly Blue Exclusive Inks Pad
Z2117 Crystal Blue Exclusive Inks Pad
Z1229 Soft Set Eyelets Chocolate & Colonial White Collection
Z1126 Designer Ribbon Rounds Colonial White Collection
Z1151 3D Foam Tape
Staples
Stitching

6" x 6" Pinwheel Card:
Wishes How-To Book: Open Outline:
C1385 Charmed Stamp Set
X7120B Topstitch Level 2 Paper Packet
Z2111 Chocolate Exclusive Inks Pad
Z1281 Spring Craft Buttons
Z280 Natural Hemp
Z1212 Brads Spring Harmony Assortment
Z1151 3D Foam Tape
Stitching

If you would like to purchase any of these Close To My Heart Products please go to my website: keeleyskreations.myctmh.com

Saturday, February 6, 2010

CTMH's February Campaign: Hearts for Haiti

Did You Know This About The People & The Country Of Haiti?!
* 80% live below the World Bank’s definition of poverty.
* Average yearly income is $240.
* 80% of the population’s average income is $100 a year. For a 5 day work week this would be $0.38 a day!!
* $3 to $4 a day is the pay for manual labor.
* 1% of the population would be considered "Middle Class" by the Industrialized Nation’s definition.
* Haiti has limited manpower.

* 54% Unemployment rate.
* Average life span is under 50 years of age.
* 50% of children die by the age of 5.
* 45,000 children die from easily curable disease such as dehydration, diarrhea, and malnutrition.
* 50% of the population is under the age of 18 years old.
* A family would have to have 6 children in order to have 1 live.
* 80% of the population is illiterate.
* Haiti has limited resources

* 1/3 of Haiti’s annual income comes through foreign aid.
* $300 million a year has been lost in tourist trade because of the AIDS fear and the political situation.
* In 1920, 60% of Haiti was covered by lush forest and today only 5% remains due to lack of energy and heating sources.

(SOURCE:
http://mtmhaiti.com/haiti-economy-overview.html)


$2.00 doesn't sound like much to Americans, does it?
Look how it can help benefit the people of Haiti...

* Collapsible water containers ($2 per container): Each container holds 10 liters amount of water and is especially useful for kids carrying water for long distances to ensure that all their water doesn't spill en route from their water supply. It is also very useful for storing clean, safe water for everyday use.

* Water purification tablets (60 cents for 50 tablets): Each tablet is able to turn 4-5 liters of dirty water into water suitable for drinking. Every day, 4,000 children worldwide die because they do not have access to clean water, according to UNICEF.

* High energy/protein biscuits ($1 per pack): These contain minerals and vitamins and have been developed for malnourished children during emergencies.

* Oral rehydration salts (7 cents for one package): This solution, containing sugar and salt, treats children suffering from dehydration caused by diarrhea. Approximately 3,500 children die each day from dehydration caused by acute diarrhea, according to UNICE

(SOURCE: http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1630052/20100120/story.jhtml)

Please consider helping the people of Haiti by doing what you love...Crafting!! See my original post below for how you can help partner with Close To My Heart and Operation Smile to change some lives.

This is from my original posting regarding Hearts for Haiti.

Our hearts go out to the victims of the earthquake in Haiti, and like so many of you, we’re eager to help. We’re excited to announce Close To My Heart’s February Constant Campaign, Hearts for Haiti—where you can get a great deal while doing great good for those affected by the devastation in Haiti.

From February 1-28, 2010, our 12” x 12” textured cardstock combo packs are buy one, get one FREE—and with every offer purchased, Close To My Heart will donate $2.00 to Operation Smile’s Haiti relief efforts.

Order any textured cardstock combo pack at full retail price ($14.95) and receive a second textured cardstock combo pack of your choice FREE. The textured cardstock is printed with our signature white core. Each sheet of textured cardstock features a rich Close To My Heart color on one side and a lighter shade on the opposite side. Combo packs include 24 sheets: 4 each of 6 colors. Eligible packs include:

X5747 Basic
X5681 Spring Harmony
X5745 Summer Celebration
X5669 Autumn Harvest
X5670 Winter Cozy

Note: You may choose a FREE textured combo pack that is the same or different as the full retail combo pack.

For only $14.95, you get two packs of 12” x 12” textured cardstock (a great deal at about $.30 per sheet!) and Operation Smile will receive $2.00 to benefit the urgent, important cause in Haiti.

Operation Smile is always a fantastic charitable partner—offering free facial reconstruction surgeries to needy children throughout the world. They’ve currently marshaled their medical teams and resources to provide emergency relief in Haiti, and the donations given as part of Hearts for Haiti will be used exclusively for Operation Smile’s efforts in Haiti. For more information on their on-the-ground response, you can visit http://www.blogger.com/www.operationsmile.org/haiti.

To Place Your Order February 1 - 28...Go To My Website: keeleyskreations.myctmh.com