Gail GrossThe cathedral window quilt pattern can be a quick card option any time of the year. It's a great way to use up those scraps! This sample is designed for Christmas. Tips for easy assembly of this project are included. All products on this project are from Close to My Heart, and if you are interested in any of them, check out my website - scrappingail.closetomyheart.com
Cathedral Window Christmas CardGail Gross2018-11-01 | The cathedral window quilt pattern can be a quick card option any time of the year. It's a great way to use up those scraps! This sample is designed for Christmas. Tips for easy assembly of this project are included. All products on this project are from Close to My Heart, and if you are interested in any of them, check out my website - scrappingail.closetomyheart.comIts the Little Things Cardmaking WorkshopGail Gross2023-02-04 | Close to My Heart has a wonderful kit to create 18 cards for a variety of occasions. Take a look and see EVERY card and the details of the kit. You can find the details on my website - http://bit.ly/3X8Wxj8
#ctmh #cardmaking #papercrafts #stamping #itsthelittlethingsHolly Embossing Folder with Stencils - from Close to My HeartGail Gross2022-11-09 | The new Holly embossing folder from CTMH includes two stencils, allowing you to color in the raised images of the embossed background. The stencils can also stand alone to create a wonderful card front. Take a look! Z8053 Holly Embossing Folder with Stencils on my CTMH website - bit.ly/3DYdLIs It may be listed as on backorder due to popularity, but you can still add it to your order and CTMH will ship it when it is available.
#ctmh #papercraft #greetingsfromgail #inkblending #christmaspapercraft #stencils #embossingfolderCTMH Card Creativity 2022Gail Gross2022-09-01 | Take a look at all the details of the National Stamping Month Special for 2022 offered by Close to My Heart. You will be amazed at the selection of products and the versatility. Check out my website for details scrappingail.ctmh.com #ctmh #stamping #papercraft #dies #backgrounddiesCelebrating You WorkshopGail Gross2022-08-29 | Take a look at the projects available from CTMH using the Celebrating You paper suite in the 2022-23 Core Catalog. Free instructions for these projects are available on my website until the end of September, 2022. scrappingail.closetomyheart.com/ctmh/promotions/2208-ww-celebrating-you.aspx This link will also allow you to purchase any of the workshop kits you are interested. Let me know in the comments if you have any questions!Open House 2022 - new Close to My Heart Core Catalog!Gail Gross2022-08-15 | Take a walk through the displays at my 2022 Open House - showcasing the new products from Close to My Heart's new Core Catalog. The special products for National Stamping Month (September) are also shown, and some of the products in the current seasonal catalog. Check out the upcoming classes - virtual options are often available, so take a look!
Contact me if you have any questions - scrappingailaz@gmail.com Shop online for any of the products described - scrappingail.ctmh.com
Here are links direct to some of those products: Dies: Backpack gift card holder dies - bit.ly/3SNsIDZ Purse gift card holder dies - bit.ly/3PoBrcR Square Patterns dies - bit.ly/3AgheAz
Floral Sentiments stamp set uses two-step stamping - bit.ly/3dvyRUW Operation Smile stamp set - Change the World with FREE card kit pieces if ordered by Sept. 30, 2022 - bit.ly/3C3lR3l
Background Dies: Stitched card front & floral background dies - bit.ly/3C5J4li Floral Blooms stamp set with dies - bit.ly/3pjlc6f For You sentiment dies - bit.ly/3pjl72r Stitched Slimline Card Front & wood grain background - bit.ly/3w46Ni2
Irresistible Cardstock - bit.ly/3Pn1Fwf Irresistible Alphabet Stickers - bit.ly/3zWatDFGift Card Holders with Options!Gail Gross2022-01-20 | Close to My Heart has several dies that work to present gift cards to your family and friends. Some can be altered to create a unique design.
Here are the products I’m using. All of these items can be found on my CTMH website – scrappingail.ctmh.com. You can follow the link after each item to take you directly to the information!
Email me with questions – scrappingailaz@gmail.com
#giftcardholders #ctmh #pockets #tags #papercraftingNo-Line Coloring TutorialGail Gross2022-01-19 | While I'm not an expert artist, I do love trying new techniques! That's what I'm doing with this no-line coloring tutorial. I'll demonstrate using your ink pad as a base for watercoloring the image as well as using watercolor pencils. Join me and give it a try with whatever images you have in your stash!
Products used in the video can be found on my Close to My Heart website scrappingail.closetomyheart.com -- Sprigs & Sentiments Stamp (D2076) - bit.ly/3Ai8IAu -- Sprigs & Sentiments Stamp with Thin Cut Dies (Z4412) - the dies are now available, so you can order this set! - bit.ly/3fIcIkj -- Watercolor Pencils (Z3630) - bit.ly/3AgAFJ1 -- Small Round Waterbrush (Z3224) - bit.ly/3Irg6wl -- Sage Ink Stamp Pad (Z6504) - bit.ly/3Kvo6OI -- Mink Ink Stamp Pad (Z2825) - bit.ly/33S0bZ0 -- Intense Black Ink Stamp Pad (Z4189) - bit.ly/3sxB847 -- Distress Watercolor Cardstock (Z3885) - bit.ly/3tKDmkz
Email me with any questions scrappingailaz@gmail.com
#ctmh #nolinecoloring #sprigs&sentiments #papercrafting #cardmakingTrue Story Interactive AlbumGail Gross2022-01-13 | TRUE STORY is the interactive 6x8 album offered by Close to My Heart for National Papercrafting Month. This project is available through the end of February 2022 (or while supplies last). The kit contains literally everything you need to complete the album except for your adhesive. Printed color instructions are included in the kit.
I mention a special from Persnickety Prints for getting 2x2 photos printed. Here's a link to the post and video to show you how to use the templates for these photos. Only available through the end of January 2022! https://fb.watch/axoavVGk_a/
The video shows three different aspects of the kit and album: - What's in the kit - Flip through my album - Assemble two of the final pages in a short time!
Here are the time stamps so you can find the section you are interested in: 1:27 - Take a look at what’s included in the kit 6:14 - View the first 15 pages of the kit, which I completed while leaving room for me to adjust the pages to fit my pictures! Watch me assemble two of the pages: 12:43 - assemble page 16 with a flip flap 18:33 - assemble page 17 with a fold-out flap 31:20 - See the final pages in the album 32:48 - Contact information
Visit my Close to My Heart website for all the details of this album kit bit.ly/3GtrC9I
If you purchase the kit from my website, you can contact me with any questions you have as you put your album together. Email me and we’ll find a way to connect. scrappingailaz@gmail.com
#ctmh #truestory #papercrafting #minialbumAdd Sparkle to Your Projects with Loose Sequins, Liquid Pearls, and SticklesGail Gross2021-11-13 | Take a look at some quick ways to add sequins, Liquid Pearls, and Stickles to your projects. These items are used in the demonstration:
Pick-Up Tool – #Z4325 - currently unavailable (11.13.21) Loose Silver Sequins - #Z4304 - bit.ly/3C9dvDv Dual-Tip Stylus (newer version than in video) - #Z3505 - bit.ly/3CdKlDi Piercing Tool (newer version than in video) - #Z3547 - bit.ly/2YHeFse Tweezers - #Z5006 - bit.ly/3cpTkHj Micro Glue Dots – #Z2089 - bit.ly/3CdmaVM Multi-Bond Glue - #Z3441 - bit.ly/3Fh8UB4 Red Carnation Liquid Pearls - #Z3799 - bit.ly/3cbf0qs Diamond Stickles - #Z3563 - bit.ly/31ZqBad Holly & Ivy Picture My Life Cards - retired and unavailableYou Are Enough Product OverviewGail Gross2021-05-01 | Celebrate National Scrapbooking Month 2021 with this wonderful suite of product from Close to My Heart. Pricing details can be found on my website - bit.ly/3e7BMRB Connect with me: Blog greetingsfromgail.blogspot.com/ Facebook facebook.com/greetingsfro... Email me greetingsfromgail@gmail.com
#ctmh #papercraft #natlscrapbookingmonth #stampin #papertherapy #butterfly #rosegold #hologrophicpapers #youareenoughMini Bendi Card - Kitchen GnomesGail Gross2021-04-13 | The mini-bendi card design is quick to assemble. Learn the basics of the card and then create the fun Kitchen Gnomes card with me! Shop for everything I use anytime on my website - scrappingail.closetomyheart.com
#funfold, #CTMH, #kitchengnomes, #gnomes, #stampin, #kitchen, #papercraftDaisy Meadows Garden Gate Gate-Fold Card (and lots more!)Gail Gross2021-03-19 | I've taken the Close to My Heart Daisy Meadows Cardmaking Workshop Kit and created several unique cards using the main die from the set. Learn how to choose the best inking technique for your project, how to create a stencil of your own, and how to create a gate-fold card. Join me for some creative fun. Time stamps for various sections of the video are below!
Links to the products used to create these cards are also linked below.
01:16 - Overview of Daisy Meadows Cardmaking Workshop Kit 04:43 - Card #1 - Inking Techniques and Applicator options 11:51 - Stamping - sentiment and grass 14:30 - Creating a scene - Layering die cut shapes to create dimension 22:35 - Adding flowers and finishing Card #1 26:20 - Card #2 - Options to create your own stencils 29:05 - Creating the Gate-Fold card base 30:36 - Getting Gate-Fold card to stay closed for inking! 31:55 - Inking front of Gate-Fold card with stencil 38:10 - Stamping sentiment and grass 41:04 - Adding dimension to arched gate and fence and allowing them to open on the card front 49:00 - Trim excess and add images
#ctmh, #papercrafting, #stampin, #gatefoldcard, #inkingtechniques, #stencil, #spring, #easter, #diecutlayeringSlimline Slider CardGail Gross2021-01-15 | This fun little penguin is sliding along on a holographic ice pond! This will be a part of the January Stamp Class (virtual). Message me if interested - scrappingailaz@gmail.com.
Jingle Joy Scrapbooking Stamp/Thin Cut Dies (Z3896) - scrappingail.closetomyheart.com/Retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=14482&ci=20325Snowflake Waterfall CardGail Gross2020-12-07 | So fun to make a waterfall card using the die from Close to My Heart! This will be a part of the December 2020 card kit. Contact me if interested - scrappingailaz@gmail.comSerenity Christmas Card Kit overview 2020Gail Gross2020-11-12 | Check out the six cards in this elegant Christmas card kit! Using all Close to My Heart new products, you will be able to create these quickly - everything is pre-cut and pre-stamped, ready for you to assemble. And take note of the stamps and dies that were used to create these projects. Check out my blog - greetingsfromgail.blogspot.com/2020/11/serenity-christmas-card-workshop.html - for the details. You can bundle any or all of them with your kit and receive a 15% discount! Register by November 18, 2020 for early delivery. Deadline for registration is November 30, 2020. Shipping is extra. Don't miss out!
Email me at scrappingailaz@gmail.com to registerComfort &Joy Christmas Card Kit overviewGail Gross2020-10-17 | Create six traditional Christmas cards and three dimensional tags using the Close to My Heart Comfort &Joy papers and Cardmaking Stamp/Die set. Cost of the kit is $25, and includes all papers pre-cut and pre-stamped, gold glitter gems and gold embellishing thread.
All images are from the CTMH Comfort &Joy Cardmaking Stamp/die set. You can bundle that set with the kit at a 15% discount - just $22.90 instead of the retail $26.95 (this is different than the pricing I gave in the video).
Shipping available for the kit or the kit bundled with the stamp/die set.
Email me by October 28 to ensure availability of products to put the kit together - scrappingailaz@gmail.com to register to get this kit. Instructional YouTube video will be provided.Creativity in Motion special from Close to My Heart 2020 - designs by Gail GrossGail Gross2020-09-08 | September 2020 National Stamping Month special from Close to My Heart. These products allow you to create such wonderful animated cards. You really have to see them in motion!
I will have a video coming out with hints for creating these fun cards.
Email me with questions scrappingailaz@gmail.comVirtual Open House - the NEW CTMH Core Catalog 2020-21 with Gail GrossGail Gross2020-09-04 | Check out the time stamps for the different segments below - allows you to go straight to what you are looking for! In place of my normal Open House for the new Close to My Heart Core catalog, I'm showing you many completed projects that show ways of using what you find in the catalog. In addition, there are LOTS of the actual items listed in the book. This video is around an hour and fifteen minutes long, but I've broken it down into segments. The time stamps for the start of each segment are below. But be sure to check out those that you might not think are your "thing" as you might find some surprises!
Contact me if you have any questions scrappingailaz@gmail.com
TIME STAMPS FOR THE SEGMENTS IN THIS VIDEO - and the pages you'll find the information in the catalog. Thanks to YouTube, you can just click on the time and be directed to that segment! New Colors - pages 97 - 99 at the beginning Pattern Paper Packs - pages 8 - 15 at 6:10 Specialty Papers - pages 63 - 65 at 12:55 How-To Programs - pages 5 - 7 and 40 - 49 at 17:03 Albums & Page Protectors (including flip flaps) - pages 88 - 95 at 25:05 Heat Transfer Vinyl and digital images at 25:50 (kind of in the middle of the previous area) Thin Cut Dies & Embossing Folders - pages 50 - 61 at 30:37 Stamp Sets - pages 16 - 31 at 51:42 Mixed Media - pages 80 & 81 at 57:58 Embellishments & Coloring - pages 66 - 75 at 1:03:36Gnome Christmas Card KitGail Gross2020-08-25 | Create six fun Christmas cards with these cute gnome stamped images from Close to My Heart. You will receive a kit that includes all papers pre-cut, all embossing will be done for you, gnomes are die cut and stamped, and the sentiments will be pre-stamped on strips that give you flexibility for placement. In addition, each kit includes a half-pack of gold glitter gems and ten feet of gold embellishing thread. You can use these embellishments as you wish on the cards.
You will need these additional materials to assemble the projects: - a fine tip paper glue or possibly a sponge dauber to apply glue to the intricate Cricut cuts - micro glue dots - two-sided adhesive of choice - mounting foam - optional - Diamond Stickles if you want to create sparkly jackets on the gnomes
Email me at scrappingailaz@gmail.com if you are interested in this kit. Register by August 29, 2020 in order to purchase the stamp sets as they retire at the end of August. Registration deadline for the kit is Wednesday, September 2, 2020. Kits should be ready for pickup or mailing by September 8.
Kits can be picked up in person or can be mailed for an extra fee. An instructional YouTube video will be made available to those purchasing the kit.August 2020 Card Kit InformationGail Gross2020-08-07 | Take a look at the four projects included in the August 2020 Card Kit! Make a shaker card using CTMH flip flaps, create a background using the bargello technique, make your own striped background paper, and assemble a lovely colorful bouquet! Pick up the kit or have it mailed to you. There will be a Zoom class on Tuesday, August 17 for those interested, or you can use the YouTube video of the instructions. Everything is pre-stamped and pre-cut for all four projects - embellishments included. You just need adhesive to complete your kit. Cost is $20 plus shipping if required.
Email me if interested - scrappingailaz@gmail.comClose to My Heart Happiest Place previewGail Gross2020-07-16 | What's your happiest place? This paper pack and accessories can help you create memories about your happiest place - whether it's an amusement park or just your own backyard. Take a look at the beautiful silver foil on the stickers and cardstock in this pack, and the projects you can create quickly and still have an amazing finished product.
Email me if you have questions or need more details scrappingailaz@gmail.com
#ctmh #papercrafting #silverfoil #scrapbooking #happiestplaceBrushed & Lets Stay Home Promotions from Close to My HeartGail Gross2020-07-15 | Bring Back My Pack - Brushed This beautiful paper pack was first introduced five years ago, and CTMH has revamped the colors. There's a wonderful workshop available if you purchase the papers, and I will send you the instructions, which include cutting diagrams and assembly instructions.
Let's Stay Home has some great stamp sets that will help you document your Covid-19 experience, or to send fun cards of appreciation or just something to let a friend know you are thinking of them.
Questions? Email me at: scrappingailaz@gmail.comVideo Preview - July 2020 Stamp KitGail Gross2020-07-10 | Check out the cards you can make when you purchase the July 2020 Stamp Kit. Everything is pre-cut and pre-stamped for you - easy to assemble with a virtual Zoom class option or a video replay on YouTube.
If interested, please let me know by Tuesday, 14 so I can get the kits together for a virtual class on Tuesday, July 21. email - scrappingailaz@gmail.com Once you register, if you are not on my email list, I will send you the options for sentiments for each card. You can see those in the video.
If you let me know after July 14, I cannot guarantee your kit will be ready for the July 21 class, but if there are enough people, I will schedule another virtual class. If you can't make the virtual Zoom class, you will receive a link to the instructional video on YouTube for your reference.
The cost of the kit will again be $20. There are four cards - you can choose to do all four as shown, or mix and match any combination of the cards to equal four. If you choose an extra shaker card in place of one of the other cards, there will be an extra $1 charge for materials. Thanks for understanding.
If you want the kit mailed to you, the cost for local delivery has been about $2.75. It may slightly higher outside the area, but I will check it out when you request. If you want to pick the packet up off my porch, we'll use the crate for one more month!
I will send Square invoices for payment. #ctmh #papercrafting #cardmaking #gnome #sunflower #beautifulfriend #wingedwishesClose to My Heart July/August 2020 Catalog Walk ThruGail Gross2020-07-08 | Join me as I take you through the pages of the latest catalog from Close to My Heart. I can show you up close the special features of many of the products and show you artwork created with some of them. Details of what's included with kits and specials can help you make a better decision about what to order!
You can get a free copy of this catalog with your first online order, or contact me if you want one in your hands before you order. scrappingailaz@gmail.com
I will be following up with additional videos this month -- the specials offered - Happiest Place and Brushed Bring Back My Pack -- the details of the July Stamp Kit -- information about the retiring products from the 2019-20 Core catalog. Be sure to subscribe to my channel so you get notifications of these videos and more!
Leave a comment if you have questions. #ctmh #papercrafting #newideas #summervibes #timber #gnome #newcatalogJune 2020 Stamp Kit OverviewGail Gross2020-06-03 | Check out the cards you can make when you purchase the June 2020 Stamp Kit. Everything is pre-cut and pre-stamped for you - easy to assemble with a virtual class option or a video replay right here on YouTube. If interested, please let me know by Monday, June 8 so I can get the kits together for a virtual class on Tuesday, June 16. If you let me know after June 8, I cannot guarantee your kit will be ready for the June 16 class, but if there are enough people, I will schedule another virtual class. If you can't make the virtual Zoom class, you will receive a link to the instructional video here on YouTube for your reference. email me - scrappingailaz@gmail.comMay June 2020 CTMH Catalog Walk ThruGail Gross2020-05-02 | Take a look at the new products available from Close to My Heart. Sample projects are shown. You can see the catalog online by following this link to my CTMH website scrappingail.closetomyheart.com/ctmh/products/online-idea-book.aspx If you have questions, you can send me a message from my CTMH website, leave a comment below, or email me at
scrappingailaz@gmail.comMay 2020 Stamp Kit - see what you can create at home with a virtual class!Gail Gross2020-04-30 | These are the four cards in the May 2020 card kit. Email me at scrappingailaz@gmail.com if you are interested in getting a kit mailed to you. If you can't make the virtual Zoom class, I'll have a video right here on YouTube with the instructions. $20 for the kit plus shipping - everything is pre-cut and pre-stamped.National Scrapbooking Day Virtual Crop ProductsGail Gross2020-04-16 | Take a look at what you can purchase to create projects during the Close to My Heart National Scrapbooking Day Virtual Crop! Find any of the materials I am sharing on my webite - scrappingail.closetomyheart.com/ctmh/promotions/campaigns/2004-nsd-event.aspx Sign up as "Going" for the CTMH National Scrapbooking Day Facebook Event - facebook.com/CloseToMyHeartOfficialTwo-tone inking for fall leavesGail Gross2019-10-23 | Fall leaves are amazing with their multiple colors. Follow this technique to create your own unique colors on leaf stamps.Easy coloring flowers with watercolor pencilsGail Gross2019-10-22 | Try this quick method to give your flowers a watercolor look.Spinner Card - half circle - InstructionsGail Gross2019-10-22 | Quick way to put together a spinner card with a half-circle track! Here's a link to a Design Space File that gives you the same size piece I use in the video - and includes the track piece separately so you can create one of your own size! design.cricut.com/#/design/179030225Whats in the box? The new card subsription kit from Close to My Heart!Gail Gross2019-09-14 | Having everything you need in one box to create beautiful cards is a great way to have a variety of cards for many occasions. Close to My Heart's new Craft with Heart Cardmaking kit comes out every 4 months and gives it all to you in one box. Take a look as I open my box for the first time! Check out my website - scrappingail.closetomyheart.com - under the SUBSCRIPTIONS tab for all the details.Shadow Box (inside) CardGail Gross2018-12-25 | Create a standard size card that opens to reveal a shadow box on the inside! Such a fun design to create with dimension.Impossible Card Christmas designsGail Gross2018-11-05 | The impossible card style really isn't hard to make - and it's lots of fun to decorate. I'm providing many options of ways you can use this card for the upcoming holidays. And if you want to use any of the materials I am demonstrating, head over to my Close to My Heart website to find them - scrappingail.closetomyheart.comCTMH Holiday Sparkle Shaker CardGail Gross2018-10-20 | Holiday Sparkle - the October 2018 special from Close to My Heart is all about shaker cards! Here's a variation of one of the shaker cards from the kit! You can find all of the elements for making the quick shaker cards on my website - scrappingail.closetomyheart.com