Michelle C. wins the Winter Cozy Mini-Medley accents for commenting on the post, “One Pattern, Three Layouts: Passages.”

Thanks for reading, Michelle!  The “blog candy” is on its way!

I get the Big Box of Goodies with all the new stuff from CTMH this coming week.  There will be opportunities to win some of these items.  Stay tuned to the blog for your chance to win!

Well, here it is!  Enjoy!

First, let me explain the title of this post.  On the first day, CTMH CEO Jeanette Lynton and other CTMH staff revealed new products and programs in video spoofs of popular TV shows like “The Apprentice” and “Desperate Housewives” (“Desperate Scrappers”). Very clever and funny.  Then some staff came on stage and performed a live music video for us to the tune of Beyonce’s “All The Single Ladies.”  In CTMH-Land, it was called “All The Scrappin’ Ladies.”  It was a treat.  I especially loved the line, “If you liked it, then you shoulda put some bling on it.”  LOL!

Check out the Crop Candy Facebook page for pics!

New Products

I’m sure many of you have seen some sneak peaks of the new stuff around the Inter-tubes, like…

The updated Summer Color Palette

Summer Carnival additions…

Summer Celebration additions…

12″ Flip Flaps

With the new CTMH program book, Magic, you’ll see how to make interactive scrapbook pages that hold more photos and journaling using the new 12″ Flip Flaps.

These layouts feature the new Magnifique paper packet, Lagoon, Pacifica and Pear inks, and the new Circle of Love stamp set.

Foundry Flourishes Assortment

Mistletoe Paper Packet

This is one of the new 4 1/4″  x 5 1/2″ Clear Cards featuring Mistletoe, the new Unity stamp set and…

Opaques Adhesive Gems in Mocha

These come in Licorice and Pearl too.

Olivia Paper Packet

Another clear card, the Unity stamp set, Olivia, and Pear and Smoothie inks.

My friends, THERE IS EVEN MORE THAN WHAT I’VE SHOWN YOU.  I hate to use all caps, but really, there’s a lot.

I have pre-ordered new products which will arrive at the end of the month.  A few items are duplicates of what I got at convention, so I guess I’ll have to do some giveaways here on the blog…STAY TUNED!

New Programs

1) Studio J will have two different membership plans and members will get 50% off on layouts and be able to download hi-res and low-res JPGs of the layouts.  They’ve also increased the number of templates and paper kits, added new features like photo retouching, airbrushing, customization of kit, member-exclusive kits and more.  There’s also going to be an iPhone app where you can share your Studio J layouts while you’re on the go.  Available September 1, 2010.

I’m going to produce videos showing you how to use Studio J and its various features.  The first one will be up in September.  I’m really excited about the new Studio J enhancements and I think you will be too!

2) For my friends who are not local to me, you can have an “online gathering” where you can invite all your best buds to order online and as hostess, you’ll receive Hostess Rewards (FREE product).  The online program starts October 1, 2010.

CTMH has also boosted the amount of rewards a hostess can receive.  These rewards go into effect September 1.

If you’re interested in hosting a virtual or in-person gathering, contact me so I can explain how the program works and we can begin planning to ensure you maximize your rewards!

3) Idea Books will come out twice a year but will be supersized so you see more products and get more ideas for cards and layouts.  This goes into effect with the Winter 2011 Idea Book.

4) If you’re interested in becoming a consultant and running your own CTMH business, now is a great time to start.  The newest consultant kit has all the tools you need to get going.  If you’d like to learn more about this opportunity, please feel free to call or e-mail me with your questions.

One more thing…there’s a special deal coming in August in honor of National Stamping Month.  You will love it!

What do you think of some of the new products and program updates?

Every month Close To My Heart offers you an exclusive My Acrylix®  D-size stamp set FREE or at a large discount. The “Happy Forever” stamp set is available to qualifying customers for July only.

This adorable porcupine will add a soft touch of whimsy to all your projects.

Learn more about how you can get the “Happy Forever” Stamp of the Month.

Stay tuned to the blog for some examples using the stuff from this box including:

• A special project using the July Kit of the Month
• Glitter Rub-Ons
• 10 Under $10 + giveaway
• More cards
• One Pattern, Three Layouts
• And more…

If there’s something YOU want me to showcase, talk about, review, show you how to use, etc. let me know by leaving a comment below or by sending me an e-mail!

Check it out!

If you ordered the My Reflections It’s A Guy Thing Level 1 Kit yesterday (June 1), you won both the Designer Ribbon Round Heavenly Blue Collection and the Designer Ribbon Round Hollyhock Collection.

Stay tuned this month for project ideas using the It’s A Guy Thing paper packet and accessories.

Every month Close To My Heart offers you an exclusive My Acrylix®  D-size stamp set FREE or at a large discount. The “Wonderful Friend” stamp set is available to qualifying customers for June only.

Make cards and layouts with this stamp set that celebrates the dads in your life.

Learn more about how you can get the “Wonderful Friend” Stamp of the Month.

Jackpot June Updates

June 4 – Today is another Goodie Box Day.  Get a box filled with popular products at 50% or more off of retail value for $40.  Yesterday’s mystery jackpot was the Perfect Day Level 2 Paper Packet! If you purchased Jackpot June’s Perfect Day Level 2 Paper Packet, you received a My Creations Acrylic Mini Album.

June 3 – Win a My Creations™ Acrylic Mini Album when you order one of today’s discounted paper packets.

June 2 – If you ordered the My Reflections It’s A Guy Thing Level 1 Kit yesterday (June 1), you won both the Designer Ribbon Round Heavenly Blue Collection and the Designer Ribbon Round Hollyhock Collection.

During June, you’ll have the opportunity to grab popular Close To My Heart (CTMH) products at discount prices, potentially hit the Jackpot and then win a FREE item or bundle of items in addition to your purchase!

CTMH has exciting Goodie Boxes available on several days in June where you’ll get a box full of current and recently retired products well below retail value—at least 50% off or more.  Deals include discounted shipping/handling, too!

How It Works

Dates: June 1–30, 2010
New deals are posted each day at 9:00 am (MDT).  Visit cropcandy.com, facebook.com/closetomyheart or closetomyheart.com to see what the mystery Jackpot item was for the previous day.

On Jackpot days:

• 5 products will be offered for sale at special discounted prices.
• CTMH selects one of the 5 products to be the Jackpot item for that day, but you won’t know which one it is (isn’t it exciting!).
• If you happen to order the Jackpot item, lucky you! You’ll win the fabulous CTMH jackpot, which may be one FREE product or a bundle of several FREE products! If you’re the gambling type, you’ll want to purchase all 5 items to guarantee you’ll hit the Jackpot!
• If you purchase multiple quantities of the Jackpot item, you’ll receive multiple products FREE. So, buy as many as you’d like of each item—there’s no limit—and you could be a big winner!
• The free items will be featured on the Jackpot June shopping page, alongside the 5 discounted products. We’ll send your FREE items with the products you’ve ordered—and we’ll pay the shipping/handling for your free items! Special shipping is offered on the discounted products you purchase: just $0.99 US for each item.
• So, how do you know if you’ve hit the Jackpot? Each day we’ll announce what the Jackpot item was for the previous day on cropcandy.com, facebook.com/closetomyheart and at www.closetomyheart.com.

On Goodie Box days:

• You’ll be able to purchase a Goodie Box filled with wonderful CTMH products at 50% or more off retail value. The Goodie Box contents will vary by day and will include favorite current and retired stamp sets, paper packets, embellishments, and other great scrapbooking, stamping, and cardmaking items.
• CTMH has made every effort to differentiate the Goodie Box offerings by date so you can purchase boxes on different dates and receive a wide variety of products. The prices of the boxes will vary but each will be at least 50% off retail value. The higher the box price, the greater your savings from the original retail value. We’re also offering discounted shipping.

Important Notes:

• Jackpot June purchases must include ONLY Jackpot June items (the Goodie Box or the discounted items) and nothing else.
• On Goodie Box days, only one Goodie Box and no other items may be checked out in a single transaction.
• On Jackpot days, only the discounted items may be checked out in one transaction; no limit on discounted items per transaction.
• If you’re a Crop Candy Kit Club member, purchase your monthly kit on the kit order page per usual.  DO NOT include any Jackpot June items on your kit order.  You must order through cropcandy.myctmh.com to be eligible for Jackpot June discounted products, free items, Goodie Boxes, or discounted shipping.

These special offers are available only on cropcandy.myctmh.com every day to save money and fill your craft room with everything you need!  Happy shopping!

Unfortunately, I’m having technical difficulties, so I won’t be able to hold the class tonight.  My apologies.

Here are the instructions for the project.  I think they’re pretty comprehensive and you should have no problems working along.  If you have any questions, please feel free to e-mail me.

Download the Cherry-O Mini Album workshop guide

Learn how to make this cute mini album.

Watch here at cropcandy.com or from my Livestream page at http://www.livestream.com/cropcandytv.

Get the materials list here.

See you in class!