Video - Artbooking Made Easy

I know I have been absent from my blog... two reasons for that. I recently had major surgery and and am finally feeling like creating once again and second, anything that I have created hasn't been photographed as I have a new camera and I haven't had 30 seconds to figure out how to use it!!

So in the meantime, corporate has released some awesome videos and this is one of them. If you have not yet purchased the Artbooking Cricut Cartridge, this will definitely make you want that cartridge. It is amazing! Enjoy all the things that Carly will show you in this clip. 

Enjoy, 
Alyson

Video - "Cluster Luster"

The Close To My Heart gals, Kristine and Monica are back, this time with an awesome video about cluster stamping. It is am amazing technique that allows you to group stamps together for some terrific effects. 

Take a look! 

Enjoy, 

Alyson

Video - The Right Tools...

The Corporate staff at Close To My Heart have put out a video showing some of the wonderful tools available that help to make our lives as crafters easier. When I watched this, my first thought was, "I need to get that!". 

Take a look! 

Enjoy, 

Alyson

Congratulations and a Video

I'm back but with about a million things to accomplish today... 

First of all, I want to offer congratulations to my friend and fellow consultant, Casandra Bennett. She had her artwork posted on Jeanette Lynton's website this week! She used the Moonlight paper pack in a non-Halloween way, which I love, since I am totally not into Halloween. Way to go, Casandra! 

Here is another video from the ladies at Corporate, showing you how to use our alcohol markers - many techniques that I haven't tried yet and can't wait to try when I have a few minutes! 

Enjoy, 
Alyson

Clearly the Best - Dauber Dynamite Video

I am away for a few days so hopefully this will hold you over until I am back in my studio this weekend when I can create once again. 

Monica and Kristine from Corporate have some wonderful techniques to share with you in this video about using our awesome sponge daubers. 

Enjoy, 

Alyson

Clearly the Best Video

I am away this weekend, helping a fellow consultant, Lucy, at Scrapfest in Oshawa. If you are in the area, I hope to see you there. We will have lots to show you, artwork on display, as well as a make' n take to do as well! Besides, Lucy's artwork is simply amazing, so you have to stop to see that alone. I see that she is working on her blog, so be sure to check that out as well. I have included a link to her blog under her name above.

Meanwhile, check out the latest video from the Close To My heart gals - all about the Cricut and co-ordinating images! I will be back again after the weekend (exhausted, but back...)

Enjoy, 
Alyson

Base and Shade Stamping Video

Kristine and Monica from Close To My Heart are here again, this time to teach you how to use the Base and Shade Technique in your stamping. It is such a versatile technique and can be used in many different ways! 

Enjoy, 

Alyson

Video - Bend It, Curve It, Stamp It!

This is the most amazing video! Kristine and Monica from Corporate will show you how to take a stamp that is very "normal" and totally think outside the box! I never would have thought to do what they are going to show you how to do! Talk about great minds! But then again, this is Close To My Heart - great minds abound! 

Enjoy, 
Alyson

Video - Stamping Across Multiple Surfaces

Kristine and Monica from Close To My Heart's Corporate Office have another video - this time about how to stamp across multiple surfaces. It is awesome - just take a look! 

Enjoy, 

Alyson

Video - Patterns from the Heart

Close To My Heart has always been known for its outstanding How-To Books and in the new catalogue, there is a new book called Make It From Your Heart. It is a fabulous publication and, although it is smaller than the previous books, it still packs a lot of punch! I have already used mine several times and I love it! 

Amy from the corporate office is here to show you some examples from the new book so sit back and enjoy her presentation! 

Enjoy, 

Alyson

Cricut Artiste Video

Brian Holman from CTMH Corporate Office has some amazing information about the new Cricut Artiste Cartridge here for you. I know that my new cartridge has only been removed from my machine when I have had to use our other cartridge, Art Philosophy, and that's it! I am totally IN LOVE with this new one! There are SO many things you can do with it and I have only just scratched the surface. I need so much time to play and explore! 

Enjoy, 

Alyson

National Stamping Month Video

From August 15 until September 30, when you purchase just $35 worth of products, you can purchase this gorgeous double stamp set called "It's Your Day" for just $5! 

Monica is here to tell you all about it!

Enjoy, 

Alyson

Mini Banners - So Easy to Make!

Mini Banners are all the rage right now and Stacey from Close To My Heart will show you how easy they are to make, using our Art Philosophy Cartridge. Take a look below. 

Now, isn't that simple? Makes me want to do one right now except that I have another big project on the go at the moment. 

Enjoy, 

Alyson

Dotty for You - CTMH Video

"Dotty for You" is the latest promotion from Close To My Heart and it is AWESOME! In this video, Kristine Widtfeldt from Close To My Heart explains what it is all about. The paper is so adorable and the price is unbeatable! Starting April 17, you will want to order yours right away so as not to miss out on this awesome campaign. Additional details can be found under the Current Campaign link at the top of my blog. 

Enjoy,

Alyson

Video using "Crafted With Love" - Thinking Out of the Box

This is an awesome video from Close To My Heart, featuring Stacey San Juan. She shows you how to use a new stamp set called "Crafted with Love". It is a stamp set that most people would use to stamp the backs of their cards or artwork but it can also be used to decorate the front of your work. Kind of makes you think out of the box...

Take a look!

Enjoy, 

Alyson

Using the Same Stamp Set for Both Boys and Girls!

This video was produced by Close To My Heart and shows how you can use the exact same stamp set to create a layout for both boys and girls - amazing! 

Check it out!

Enjoy,
Alyson

Links to Other Blogs

I have been experiencing some difficulty linking to other blogs, websites, videos, etc. After searching about a hundred websites and help forums, I think my problem is fixed. I am testing out whether I am able to link to other blogs and the CTMH videos. Please be patient with me as I try this out.

Here is a link to Heart 2 Heart Challenges.

Here is CTMH's latest video on stamping techniques.

Enjoy,

Alyson