Studio J is Here!!

On Tuesday, April 27, 2010 at 8am (MST) Studio J launches!!

What is Studio J?
Studio J™ is online design software that allows you to create custom-printed two-page layouts you put in your albums.There is no software to purchase and install; instead, simply log in to Studio J and start designing your layouts! You can create and immediately purchase your layouts, or you can save them for later completion and purchase.

How does Studio J work?
Studio J is online design software that allows users to create custom-printed two-page layouts for 12" x 12" albums. You need only create an account, then log in to Studio J and start designing layouts! You can create and immediately purchase your layouts, or you can save them for later completion and purchase. Studio J is intuitive and easy to use; there are just five easy steps to creating a beautiful layout:

1. Upload photos.
   
2. Choose the desired themed kit.
   
3. Select an exclusive layout pattern.
   
4. Add photos, embellishments, title, and journaling.
   
5. Purchase custom-printed layouts ready for a cherished album .

How to Access Studio J:

All you have to do to start using or try out Studio J is to access my website. Create your own username and password and start designing! If you have purchased something from my website in the past you may use that username to log in.


I hope you enjoy the new program! If you have any questions about Studio J or anything else Close to My Heart feel free to email me!

Hostess Club

I have an immediate opening for my current Hostess Club. This club has just started. Please email me ASAP if you would like to join in!

A Miracle Awaits!

Join the National Scrapbooking Month celebration in May with this special Miracle kit offer. It's a beautiful spring-themed scrapbooking kit that includes new, coordinating B&T Duos® die-cut papers, B&T Duos, Irresistibles™ chipboard die-cuts, My Stickease® adhesive images, Flip Flaps™, plus more favorite accessories and papers. We're also including an instruction brochure for easily creating two beautiful two-page layouts—with no stamping required!

From April 15 (at 9 am MT) –May 31:

• Purchase the kit outright for $19.95/$23.50 (CC1009).
• Place a minimum order of $40/$47 (excluding Studio J™ orders) and purchase the kit for only $10/$10 (CC1009A).
• Place a minimum order of $60/$70 (excluding Studio J orders) and purchase the kit for only $5/$5 (CC1009B).
  
• Host a Home Gathering with minimum sales of $300/$350 and receive a kit FREE! (CC1009C)
  

From May 1–31, sign up as a new Consultant between and receive a kit FREE!

Product Flyer


https://orders.closetomyheart.com/CTMHConsultants/marketing/pdf/May10_CCflyer_US.pdf

Hostess Club!

A new round of Hostess Club will start in April.

Details for Hostess Club:

• Each Club has 6 members. All the members commit to spending at least $25 in product (before tax and shipping). As a result each member will take turns being the Hostess and reaping the Hostess Rewards.
• All Hostess Club orders are due by the 3rd Saturday of each month to ensure that the Hostess has time to sort out what she would like to order.
• You may schedule a party or workshop with me to help boost your rewards but if you don't want to that's okay too.
• Hostess Club members will receive The Idea Book (catalog) 2 weeks before it goes live for FREE!
• Hostess Club members are also given preference for all limited access Workshops and Events.

If you or someone you know would like to sign up for a Hostess Club please contact me today! Thanks!


I want to clarify that the March 27th All Day crop has been canceled. I haven't been able to get a hold of the venue to verify the event. I have scheduled an All Day Crop for April 17th at the Red Cross in Fredericksburg to replace the cancelled crop. Please email me to let me know you plan to attend the April 17th Crop to ensure that you get all updates and reminders.

New Events!

I'm so excited to announce that I have several events to be added to your calendars!

March 6th at the Red Cross in Fredericksburg we have the Veranda Workshop. Please see the blog post further down for the product flyer and details.

April 17th-from 1p-7p at the Fredericksburg Red Cross - Free All Day Crop! Please register with me so that we have the right amount of tables and chairs set up and you receive all emails and updates.

May 1st- from 1p-4pm at the Fredericksburg Red Cross- Summer 2010 Catalog Debut Open House! Come out and check out the new Summer catalog and get your hands on some of the newest products from Close to My Heart. Drawings and door prizes will be available.

Make sure you mark your calendars and plan to be at these events! I am also planning a HUGE Scrap-a-Fair in Sept. to take the place of the Retreat. So, check back for more details on that!

Sad to announce!

I'm sad to say that I didn't receive enough participants to have our Retreat in September. I will be planning another one  for Spring 2011.

Almost here!

The deadline for the September Retreat is almost here. If you haven't already signed up and paid your deposit you need to have it in by Friday the 12th. I only have 5 spaces left. If these don't get filled we wont be able to have our retreat  :( So to make sure we go, talk to your friends and family and see if they are interested! If they have any questions they can contact me via email.